RBI Bank Mis-Selling Rules 2027: What Customers Must Know From January 1, 2027, bank customers in India will get stronger protection against forced insurance sales, hidden charges, confusing consent screens, and manipulative app pop-ups. The Reserve Bank of India has issued new directions to stop commercial banks from pushing financial products that customers did not ask for or may not need.

Strait Of Hormuz Opens, But Petrol And Diesel Relief May Take Time The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz after a reported US-Iran understanding has eased fears of a major oil supply shock. Crude oil prices have started cooling, but Indian consumers may not see an immediate drop in petrol, diesel, or LPG prices. The development is important for India because the Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most crucial oil shipping routes. A large share of gl

US-Iran Peace Deal Boosts Sensex, Nifty As Oil, Realty Stocks Rally Indian stock markets ended Monday’s session with strong gains as optimism over a possible US-Iran peace deal lifted investor sentiment and eased concerns over crude oil supply disruptions. The BSE Sensex closed at 76,176.54, rising 648.59 points or 0.86 per cent. The NSE Nifty50 ended at 23,848.10, gaining 225.20 points or 0.95 per cent. During the day, the Sensex had climbed more than

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Bratislava for an important visit to Slovakia, marking the first visit by an Indian prime minister to the country since its independence in 1993. The trip is part of his wider European tour and is expected to give fresh momentum to India’s relationship with Central Europe. During his stay in Bratislava, Modi is scheduled to meet Slovak President Peter Pellegrini and Prime Minister Robert Fico. The tal

Sensex Ends Lower As IT Stocks Drag Market, Nifty Falls Below 23,200 Indian stock markets remained under pressure on Thursday as the Sensex and Nifty closed lower amid weak IT stocks, rising crude oil concerns, and geopolitical tension. The fall has also brought attention to a rare market trend in 2026, as the Sensex is moving against the usual pattern of positive returns during FIFA World Cup years.

Gold, Silver Prices Slip From Recent Highs Gold and silver prices are facing fresh pressure after a strong rally earlier this year. Experts say profit booking, a stronger dollar, rising oil prices, and global uncertainty are affecting bullion sentiment.   Gold And Silver Price Fall: What Investors Should Watch Now Gold and silver prices have slipped from thei

Strait Of Hormuz Oil Route Impact Raises Fuel Price Concerns The Strait of Hormuz crisis has raised fresh global concern as Iran’s closure claim threatens one of the world’s busiest oil and gas routes, even as the US says commercial ships are still moving through the waterway. The dispute has created uncertainty across oil, LNG, and shipping markets, with the narrow passage remaining one of the most important energy corridors for global trade. Accord

Sensex, Nifty Rebound As Bank Stocks Power Weekly Expiry Rally Indian markets recovered on Tuesday as bank stocks led gains, global cues improved, and Nifty closed above 23,240 despite FII selling concerns. Indian stock markets ended higher on Tuesday, June 9, as banking and financial stocks helped benchmark indices recover from the previous session’s losses. The Sensex gained 394.50 points, or 0.54 percent, to close at 73,918.76, while the Nifty rose

Gold ETF Selloff Raises Questions For Investors Gold ETF outflows have increased in 2026, but experts say retail investors should focus on allocation, not panic selling. Global gold ETFs have seen a sharp selloff in 2026, raising fresh questions for investors who use gold as a safe-haven asset. According to market data, global gold ETF investment has dropped sharply, with the latest weekly outflow being one of the biggest this year. Wh

Ujjwala Subsidy Cap Explained Ujjwala beneficiaries will now get subsidy support for only four LPG refills a year, as the government moves to curb misuse. The government’s decision to reduce subsidised LPG refills under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana has brought fresh attention to household fuel costs and welfare delivery. Under the revised rule, Ujjwala beneficiaries will get subsidy support for only up to four LPG refills in a year, instead of nin

Market Weakness Deepens, But Experts Say Panic May Not Help Investors Sensex and Nifty ended sharply lower, but key support zones remain important for traders and investors watching the next market move. Sensex, Nifty End Lower Indian stock markets closed in the red on Monday as selling pressure hit benchmark indices and broader markets. The Sensex dropped 719 points to

RBI Reviews Plastic Currency Notes Plan For India RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra says polymer currency notes are under review, but no final decision has been taken yet. India’s currency system may see a major material change in the future, as RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said the proposal to introduce polymer, or plastic, currency notes is under consideration. He clarified that no final decision has been taken yet and the RBI is still examining the pros

LPG Price Hike And Cooking Oil Rule Add Focus On Kitchen Budgets Domestic LPG has become costlier, while new cooking oil pack rules aim to help shoppers compare prices better   Households Face Higher Cooking Gas Cost Indian households are facing another kitchen budget shock after domestic LPG prices were increased by ₹29 per 14.2-kg cylinder. In Delhi, the rate has reportedly moved from ₹913

Anupam Mittal’s Twice-A-Month Salary Idea Starts Fresh Payroll Debate In India Anupam Mittal’s suggestion to pay salaries twice a month has triggered debate over employee cash flow, financial stress, and payroll challenges in India. Anupam Mittal’s suggestion that Indian companies should consider paying salaries twice a month has started a fresh debate on how employees receive their monthly income. The idea sounds simple. Instead of waiti

Government Bond Tax Cut May Boost Foreign Investor Interest In India India is reportedly moving to ease tax rules for foreign investors as the rupee faces pressure and FPI outflows continue. Cabinet Move Targets Foreign Investors The Union Cabinet has reportedly backed an ordinance to ease tax rules for foreign investors in certain securities, a move aimed at making In